Change in the type of headache pain

A change in the type of headache pain may be a sign of a new problem or a sign that the problem that is causing the headache is getting worse. Changes in the type of pain could range from dull to sharp, from throbbing to squeezing, or from mild to more severe.

Author:	Jan Nissl, RN, BS	Last Updated: July 9, 2008
Medical Review:	William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine
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